Cuisine - Khuushuur - how to prepare this Mongolian item
Khuushuur is a popular Mongolian fried dumpling, similar to a pasty or empanada. Here is a detailed recipe to prepare Khuushuur: Ingredients : #### Dough: - 3 cups all-purpose flour - 1 cup water - 1/2 teaspoon salt #### Filling: - 1 pound ground beef or mutton - 1 large onion, finely chopped - 2-3 cloves garlic, minced - 1 teaspoon ground black pepper - 1 teaspoon salt - 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional) - 1/4 cup water or broth (to make the filling moist) #### For Frying: - Vegetable oil (for frying) Instructions : #### Dough Preparation: 1. **Mixing the Dough**: In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Gradually add water while mixing, until a dough forms. 2. **Kneading**: Knead the dough on a floured surface until it becomes smooth and elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 30 minutes. #### Filling Preparation: 3. **Preparing the Filling**: In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, chopped onion, minced garlic, black pepper, salt, soy sauce (if using),